As holidays are coming to an end and as they do, we all start to look at new beginnings, the new school academic year starts, work colleagues return from final summer breaks and we start all over again. I have re-posted this first step in to Feng Shui for beginners. It is a very good place to start – as the song goes!

Where Do I Start?

Using the Bagua Map, you should have completed the process below.

  • Create a drawing of your whole space within a square
  • Place the map on a drawing of your whole living place using the wall that has the main entrance as if you are entering in the front door – see my Logo!
  • Write on your drawing which rooms or areas are in each square – for example, the kitchen may be in the Health sector
  • Identify ‘missing’ spaces, don’t panic, many of us live in L-shape spaces and there are simple remedies
  • Highlight the centre of the whole space
  • Note where the bathroom is – more on this later
  • Draw where you have or would place the bedroom
  • If you have rooms, draw a square for each room using the map placing on the wall that contains the entrance facing inwards and follow the same process

Sometimes your front door instantly faces a staircase, especially in Europe. You will need to slow the energy down from racing up the stairs. Consider putting small lamps and pictures going up the wall for people to view.

The Corridor Effect

Another issue may be that you open your door and instantly you go down a corridor to the back door or another window. You will need to distract the Chi to a small table or bookcase to slow down the energy from shooting out the back door or window! Another tip is to use a crystal ball or a pendant light that attracts the Chi attention and will keep energy in the room before it escapes quickly outside. More tips on crystal ball remedies in another post.

Golden Feng Shui Tips

Get rid of clutter, rubbish and clutter! Follow the elements in a cycle – fire creates ash/earth, earth polishes metal, metal is cleaned in water, water and earth feed wood.  Avoid opposites – fire absorbs water, metal chops down wood. Keep the centre clear of your whole area and within each room. There are many other rules to consider as you will discover, and there are remedies as well.

Walk Right In

Check where it opens – in 1 of 3 areas of colour and element:

  • Inner Knowledge
  • Career & Life’s Journey
  • Helpful People & Travel

Before stepping through your front door, check out what message it sends out. Is the area around cluttered, has rubbish, old shoes, a broken bell, needs painting – what does it say to a new person? Clear the area both outside and directly inside your front door. Close your eyes and step in to get a good sense of your space – the light, the smell, the first impression.

Not a Blue Person? Before we start, you don’t have to paint the whole entrance blue or even a wall! Instead, add small touches within pictures, ornaments and include the element. Let’s look at the the sections where your door may open in to.

 

Inner Knowledge

This is the lower far left sector and focuses on blues, greens, black and the element of earth. My front door has often opened here. I have painted my inside door and used different fabrics to soften the effect. Think about what this are means to you. Self Knowledge to me is all about learning, traveling and absorbing different ways of living and it has been a year of self discovery.

 

 

Career & Life Journey

Black and darker tones are the key focus with the element of water. Dark charcoal can be softened by lighter greys and enhanced by white. Pictures and ornaments related to water are the key element and if your door opens here, it is an opportunity to make it chic with black and white. Also use diplomas, think what makes a statement about your career.

 

 

Helpful People & Travel

Use white, greys and blacks with a hint of strong, clear lines. Add ornaments or pictures that say travel and new places to see. I love this grey globe light which sits in my travel area. Silver frames and ornaments also add the metal element. For more inspiration, check out my post on 4 Easy Places for Inspiration.